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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS03 LWHMOT history

LS03 LWH is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2025.

LS03 LWH green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
104,830 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LWH was last recorded at 104,830 miles on 26 Mar 2025, 10,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,375 miles · 6 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
10,455 miles
Average per year
5,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,830 miles
  • 2024 – 94,375 miles
  • 2023 – 87,384 miles
  • 2022 – 79,006 miles
  • 2021 – 73,650 miles
  • 2020 – 70,507 miles
  • 2019 – 67,401 miles
  • 2018 – 60,836 miles
  • 2017 – 53,073 miles
  • 2016 – 45,123 miles
  • 2015 – 37,609 miles
  • 2014 – 32,065 miles
  • 2013 – 30,524 miles
  • 2012 – 29,392 miles
  • 2011 – 28,122 miles
  • 2010 – 24,926 miles
  • 2009 – 20,195 miles
  • 2008 – 16,741 miles
  • 2007 – 14,138 miles
  • 2006 – 9,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,830 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front under guard missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,830 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,830 miles
    Test number
    178254129623
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  2. Fail104,830 miles (+10,455)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,830 miles
    Test number
    367782048160
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Pass94,375 miles (+6,991)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    94,375 miles
    Test number
    367837709929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,384 miles
    Test number
    889004565982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,384 miles (+8,378)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,384 miles
    Test number
    884654749067
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass79,006 miles (+5,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,006 miles
    Test number
    798015245463
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass73,650 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,650 miles
    Test number
    575935687733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,507 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,507 miles
    Test number
    487139228190
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront under guard missing
  9. Fail70,507 miles (+3,106)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,507 miles
    Test number
    316532910420
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront under guard missing
  10. Pass67,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,401 miles
    Test number
    228195631650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail67,401 miles (+6,565)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,401 miles
    Test number
    264580535901
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass60,836 miles (+7,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,836 miles
    Test number
    714137019568
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  13. Pass53,073 miles (+7,950)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,073 miles
    Test number
    499711166109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,123 miles (+7,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,123 miles
    Test number
    167772552712
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers fitted
  15. Pass37,609 miles (+5,544)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,609 miles
    Test number
    449010755072
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres cracked & perished.
  16. Pass32,065 miles (+1,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,065 miles
    Test number
    888505564018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  17. Pass30,524 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,524 miles
    Test number
    685638773090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,392 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,392 miles
    Test number
    427236282000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,122 miles (+3,196)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,122 miles
    Test number
    138797981490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,926 miles (+4,731)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,926 miles
    Test number
    403106190079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,195 miles (+3,454)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,195 miles
    Test number
    433368199013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,741 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,741 miles
    Test number
    814149718195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,138 miles (+4,310)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,138 miles
    Test number
    202275837176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,828 miles
    Test number
    650544316163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LWH

Does LS03 LWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 LWH expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LWH?
The MOT on LS03 LWH expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 LWH done?
LS03 LWH was recorded at 104,830 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2025, an average of 5,021 miles a year.
Has LS03 LWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LWH has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS03 LWH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS03 LWH find?
LS03 LWH passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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